At least 30 peoples including children’s have died in Gaza following overnight and early morning airstrikes by Israeli forces. Gaza’s Hospital officials reported the casualties as both sides continue to face intense violence with ceasefire negotiations set to restart as soon as.

Details of the Strikes

The official statement from Medical staff at Al Aqsa Martyrs Hospital confirmed that the strikes targeted areas central Gaza like Nuseirat, Zawaida, Maghazi and Deir al Balah. Almost a dozen women and children were among the victims. The death toll in the last 24 hours has risen to 56 with heavy casualties reported from other parts of the region. 

From the Israeli military while not commenting on these specific strikes, maintains that its operations focus on militants and accuses Hamas of endangering civilians by operating in residential zones of Gaza.

Journalist Among Victims

One of the casualties on this Friday was freelance journalist Omar Al Derawi. His body was mourned by friends and colleagues at the hospital with his press vest placed over his shroud.

Missile Strikes on Israel

In Israel air raid sirens sounded early on this Friday as missiles were reportedly fired from Yemen triggering explosions near Jerusalem and the central areas. Israel’s military stated that one missile was intercepted with no immediate reports of injuries or damages.

Ceasefire Negotiations

Amid ongoing violence ceasefire talks are scheduled to resume on this Friday. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu authorised to intelligence and military representatives to travel to Qatar for negotiations.

The United States led efforts have struggled to make progress during the 15 of month conflict which began with a Hamas led attack on Israel in October 2023. The assault resulted in more than 1,200 Israeli deaths and the abduction of around 250 individuals with many hostages still unaccounted for.

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Humanitarian Impact

The conflict has devastated Gaza leaving more than 45,500 Palestinians dead, according to the local health officials who state that most of women and children comprise a significant portion of the casualties. Israel asserts that more than 17,000 militants have been killed though this claim remains unverified.

Because of the ongoing war has displaced more than 90% of Gaza’s 2.3 million residents, many of them whom have been forced to flee multiple times.